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  • Zona Puerta del Sol Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for rent

    Retail for rent at Zona Puerta del Sol, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with cabinetry, person, furniture, building, chair, interior design, floor, flooring, customer and snapshot around 4 weeks ago
    1,430 m2
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    Property
    98,000 €/mo
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    68.53 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent in a shopping center
    • Unbeatable location
    • Wide surface
    • Investment opportunity

    Great investment opportunity in the historic and tourist center of Madrid. Privileged location in Puerta del Sol, where there is a high pedestrian traffic every day. In addition, this building is perfectly connected by public transport, thanks to its proximity to Sol Metro Station, where several metro and subway lines converge.

    The building is commercial and has several heights. Representative building with great visibility. It has 1,430 m2 built, of which 1,380 are useful.

    • Security locks
    • Stairs
    • On the street
    • At several heights
    • Showcase
    • Metro station
    • Bus stop
    • 24 hour security
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Zona centro Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Zona centro, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with door, cabinetry, property, wood, fixture, interior design, architecture, window, flooring and floor around
    4 weeks ago
    92 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,200 €/mo
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    23.91 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • 15 meters of façade
    • It has a smoke outlet
    • Good public transport connections

    Excellent opportunity in a fully consolidated area with multiple services, restaurants, bars, etc. It is very well connected thanks to the proximity to the Lavapiés metro station. Great visibility and versatility.

    The place has an area of 92 m2 and is in good condition.

    It has a definitive bar-restaurant license and has a smoke outlet.

    • Smoke extractor
    • Toilets
    • Bar
    • Facade lineal meters
    • On the street
    • Terrace
    • Business for sale
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
  • Calle Arenal Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for rent

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    Retail for sale & for rent at Calle Arenal, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with hall, lighting, interior design, wood, floor, flooring, building, hardwood, ceiling and wood stain around
    4 weeks ago
    250 m2
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    Floor Ground
    70,000 €/mo
    |
    280 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Unbeatable situation in Sol
    • Excellent opportunity
    • In good condition

    Commercial premises in prime area of the capital. It is located on Arenal Street, with high pedestrian traffic and a multitude of shops. Excellent investment opportunity.

    The property has a total area of 250 m2 on the street level, high ceilings, and 20 meters of façade, so thanks to its shop windows, the interior enjoys natural light. It has a basement of 80 m2.

    It has a bar-restaurant license and terrace for 14 tables.

    Economic conditions:

    - 2 months legal bail.

    - 3 month warranty.

    - 1 month

    • Bathrooms
    • Toilets
    • Integral lighting
    • Warehouse
    • High ceilings
    • On the street
    • At several heights
    • Metro station
    • Bus stop
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Calle Hortaleza Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Hortaleza, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with building, fixture, window, facade, retail, city, door, room, street and fashion accessory around
    4 weeks ago
    60 m2
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    Floor Ground
    1,300 €/mo
    |
    21.67 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Transfer: 115,000€
    • Good connections by public transport
    • Regular customer portfolio

    Interesting business opportunity, in the heart of Chueca, in an unbeatable commercial area with a lot of pedestrian crossing, very good connections by public transport (different urban bus lines and nearby metro stations) and private, with high pedestrian traffic.

    Local renowned for its wide variety of items, with more than 22 years of operation and whose activity is a gift shop, and textile and digital prints in general. Possibility to follow the same activity, including the transfer of everyt

    • Bathrooms
    • Warehouse
    • On the street
    • Business for sale
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Plaza Matute Centro Madrid 28014 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Plaza Matute, Centro, Madrid, 28014 with houseplant, flowerpot, plant, building, fixture, window, gas, terrestrial plant, facade and wood around
    4 weeks ago
    25 m2
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    Floor Ground
    1,000 €/mo
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    40 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Transfer of the activity for €50,000
    • Emblematic area
    • Privileged location with good communications

    Commercial space in the emblematic Barrio de las Letras, with an ideal location, on the corner with Huertas street, one of the most touristic streets in Madrid. The store is currently operating with the renowned jewelry brand Daniel Herreros.

    With more than 20 years in the market, the place is delivered furnished and ready to continue commercial activity. The area has a high pedestrian flow, a large volume of foreign visitors and a high purchasing power. The conditions are as follows: one month

    • Bar
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Business for sale
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Metro station
  • Calle Acuerdo, 17 Centro Madrid 28015 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Acuerdo, 17, Centro, Madrid, 28015 with computer monitor, chair, light fixture, lighting, desk, table, furniture, property, personal computer and computer desk around
    4 weeks ago
    150 m2
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    Floor Ground
    3,200 €/mo
    |
    21.33 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Very bright and with great visibility
    • Excellent location in the heart of the Malasaña neighborhood
    • Busy commercial area with multiple services around

    Large corner commercial space in Malasaña. Located in an area with all kinds of businesses and services in the surrounding area.

    The premises have an area of 158 m2 distributed over two floors.

    Street floor of 65 m2 useful with two balconies and a basement of 36 m2.

    It has a window, natural light, tile floors, high ceilings, and a toilet.

    A deposit of 2 months is requested.

    • High ceilings
    • Earthenware
    • Corner located
    • At several heights
    • Showcase
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Metro station
  • Zona San Francisco-La Latina Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Zona San Francisco-La Latina, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with car, wheel, tire, window, sky, building, vehicle, plant, architecture and urban design around
    1 month ago
    265 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,500 €/mo
    |
    9.43 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Local with multiple possibilities
    • Well-connected area
    • Next to the Trail

    Reference: A-2312-M

    Commercial space located in a residential building in the heart of the Palacio neighborhood, in the Centro district.

    It is located at street level in a representative building and has an area of 25 m2. The space is divided into two rooms, a bathroom and has a loft of about 5 m2 and 2 meters high.

    Area with high pedestrian traffic thanks to the high population density of the area and the number of shops and services implemented, as well as thanks to its proximity to El Rastro.

    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • On the street
    • Heating
    • Video intercom
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Zona Lavapiés Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Zona Lavapiés, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with building, shelf, automotive design, clothes hanger, floor, retail, fashion design, closet, flooring and shelving around
    1 month ago
    40 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,400 €/mo
    |
    60 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Local with multiple deployment options
    • Unbeatable location
    • Excellent communications by public transport

    Great commercial space in one of the liveliest areas of Lavapiés.

    It has a built area of 40 m2 of which 30 m2 are useful.

    The ground floor has 25 m2 for customer service, where there is also a bathroom for staff. The lower floor is currently equipped as an exhibition space and also has a small warehouse.

    Renovated in 2023 in a modern industrial style, with all the comforts and quality details.

    The interior has spotlights that can be adjusted by rails, and it also has a Bluetooth audio system wit

    • Security locks
    • Bathrooms
    • Warehouse
    • Alarm
    • At several heights
    • Showcase
    • Operating license
    • Heating
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Renovated
  • Mercado Barceló Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Mercado Barceló, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with food, display case, retail, butcher, cuisine, customer, meat, trade, pork and market around
    1 month ago
    25 m2
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    Floor Ground
    750 €/mo
    |
    30 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent in a shopping center
    • Business opportunity for lease
    • Well-known and visited commercial space
    • Central location

    Commercial stall under transfer at the Barceló Market, one of the oldest markets in Madrid.

    Surface of 25 m2.

    Transfer of 80,000€.

    Fully equipped and in operation, a large counter where you can display the product, a large chamber where you can store the product, a grinder, a cutter for large bones, a sink and in compliance with regulations.

    With the possibility of renting a storage room of approximately 10 m2 for 120€ per month.

    Economic conditions: 2 months of fee + current month + 1 month of

    • Security locks
    • Warehouse
    • Business for sale
    • Parking
    • Toilets
    • Natural lighting
    • Gym
    • Public Transportation
    • Bus stop
    • Metro station
    • Climate control
    • Commercial stand
    • Energy performance rating C
  • Calle Mesón de Paredes, 12 Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Mesón de Paredes, 12, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with door, fixture, product, facade, gas, composite material, building, logo, font and transparency around
    1 month ago
    110 m2
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    Floor Ground
    3,400 €/mo
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    30.91 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Ideal as a restaurant
    • Versatile space
    • Central and busy area

    Available restaurant on Calle Mesón de Paredes 12 in Madrid.

    He has had the responsible declaration license since June 2020. The place needs to be renovated to carry out the restaurant activity, it has a smoke outlet.

    It is an open space with 90 m2 on the floor and 20 m2 in the basement.

    The room has a completely new smoke outlet with current regulations.

    Highlight its central location in a highly sought after area.

    • Toilets
    • Integral lighting
    • Warehouse
    • Ceramic
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Air Conditioning
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Zona Huertas Centro Madrid 28014 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Zona Huertas, Centro, Madrid, 28014 with chair, table, property, fixture, building, lighting, interior design, wood, hall and floor around
    1 month ago
    100 m2
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    Floor Ground
    1,650 €/mo
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    16.50 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Versatile space
    • Area with all services
    • Highly sought after environment

    Rent your ideal place next to the Prado Museum in Madrid.

    It has a total area of 100 m2 and is licensed. It is located a few steps from the Prado Museum. Direct access from the property portal. It is an open space with columns, which makes this space a very practical and versatile place to adapt to your needs. It has a double toilet with kitchen/storage room and shower included.

    Access to two patios, one of them shared, for a cooler and more relaxed environment. All exterior with windows that

    • Toilets
    • On the street
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Renovated
  • Costanilla San Andrés, 20 Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Costanilla San Andrés, 20, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with table, chair, furniture, interior design, lighting, building, event, leisure, ceiling and room around
    1 month ago
    250 m2
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    Floor Ground
    4,000 €/mo
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    16 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Bar restaurant ready to go to work
    • Transfer worth 150,000€
    • Fully conditioned

    Great commercial space in the area of La Latina. Located a few meters from the Plaza de la Paja.

    The premises have a built area of 250 m2, with 210 m2 on the ground floor and 40 m2 in the basement.

    It has been recently renovated and has a definitive restaurant license. Possibility to install a terrace for a total of 8 tables, serving approximately 32 people.

    The fully equipped kitchen has a smoke outlet. It also has a large warehouse with forklifts and a large cold room.

    It has a capacity of 70

    • Smoke extractor
    • Toilets
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • Bar
    • On the street
    • Terrace
    • Showcase
    • Business for sale
    • Operating license
    • Natural lighting
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
    • Bus stop
    • Renovated
  • Calle Augusto Figueroa, 37 Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Augusto Figueroa, 37, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with window, building, road surface, asphalt, wall, sidewalk, brick, road, brickwork and facade around
    1 month ago
    81 m2
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    Floor Ground
    4,000 €/mo
    |
    49.38 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Located in the heart of the Chueca neighborhood
    • Equipped with a smoke outlet and with a large showcase
    • High-traffic commercial area

    Fantastic 81 m2 commercial space for rent located in the heart of the Chueca neighborhood.

    Excellent location in a high-traffic area located a few meters from Plaza de Chueca, the San Antón market, the Only You hotel and numerous well-known hospitality establishments: Goiko, Davanti, Bee Beer, Per Se, Levadurammadre, Válgame Dios, Roostiq, among others.

    The premises are distributed on a street floor of 62 m2 and a basement of 19 m2. It is equipped with a smoke outlet, but since it is a ZAP area

    • Smoke extractor
    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • At several heights
    • Showcase
    • Air Conditioning
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Calle Toledo, 82 Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Toledo, 82, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with ceiling fan, table, chest of drawers, countertop, cabinetry, chair, furniture, property, building and window around
    1 month ago
    339 m2
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    Floor Ground
    9,300 €/mo
    |
    27.43 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Large facade of 12 linear meters
    • Optimal visibility for pedestrian and road traffic
    • A stone's throw from La Latina and Plaza de Cascorro

    Fantastic hotel room of 339.01 m2 located in the heart of the Palacio neighborhood.

    Excellent location on a central and busy street with optimal visibility for pedestrians and vehicles.

    The place is licensed as a bar/restaurant and has a large façade of 12 linear meters. It is distributed on a ground floor of 187.58 m2, a mezzanine of 86.19 m2 and a basement of 65.24 m2. It is equipped with a smoke outlet and allows multiple possibilities for commercial exploitation.

    The property is located a st

    • Smoke extractor
    • Toilets
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • Bar
    • At several heights
    • Showcase
    • Climate control
    • Operating license
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Calle Echegaray Centro Madrid 28014 Retail for rent

    Retail for rent at Calle Echegaray, Centro, Madrid, 28014 with window, door, building, fixture, line, neighbourhood, facade, font, city and urban area around 1 month ago
    160 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,250 €/mo
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    14.06 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Multiple possibilities
    • Central location in busy area
    • Good communications

    Magnificent commercial space on Calle Echegaray in Madrid. Located in a unique tourist area in Madrid, with a lot of traffic and excellent communications.

    The premises have a built area of 160 m2 and about 150 m2 useful.

    The space is divided into three floors: ground floor of 70 m2, first floor of 50 m2 and basement of 30 m2.

    It has two openings to the street and 4 windows to the patio, making it a very bright and commercial space.

    • Security locks
    • Integral lighting
    • Ceramic
    • On the street
    • At several heights
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
  • Zona Malasaña Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Zona Malasaña, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with chair, kitchen & dining room table, lighting, table, furniture, property, interior design, wall, building and wood around
    1 month ago
    245 m2
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    Floor Ground
    4,300 €/mo
    |
    17.55 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent

    Transfer of a fantastic bar located in the center of the capital, Malasaña.

    Location in the Universidad neighborhood, between Chueca and Noviciado. This is an area with high pedestrian traffic and a lot of commercial activity, thanks to the influx of tourists and visitors in the area.

    The space has an area of 245 m2 distributed over 2 floors with a large open kitchen, has a smoke outlet, located in one of the best areas of Malasaña.

    The transfer starts at 169,000 euros.

    • Smoke extractor
    • Integral lighting
    • Warehouse
    • Counter
    • High ceilings
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • Bar
    • At several heights
    • Terrace
    • Air Conditioning
    • Business for sale
    • Operating license
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Renovated
  • Calle San Bernardino Centro Madrid 28015 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle San Bernardino, Centro, Madrid, 28015 with fixture, building, gas, facade, font, signage, composite material, city, door and street around
    1 month ago
    110 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,000 €/mo
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    18.18 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Bright and visible
    • Centrally located
    • Consolidated commercial area

    Great place located at street level near Plaza de España, in a tourist area and temporary accommodation.

    It has a lot of visibility, since it is located next to the Carrefour Express in the area, which is a mandatory reference point, in addition to being surrounded by restaurants.

    It has large windows that cover the entire façade of more than 5 m in length and are protected by mesh closures. The door is slightly recessed in the shape of a trapezoid, offering a small entry space. Next, there is a

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Integral lighting
    • Earthenware
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Operating license
    • Elevator
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Cádiz Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Cádiz, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with green, building, interior design, leisure, plant, flooring, retail, houseplant, shelf and event around
    1 month ago
    30 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,500 €/mo
    |
    83.33 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Spectacular location
    • Transfer: 90,000€
    • Currently occupied by a well-known franchise

    Interesting place located in the Sol area, in the heart of Madrid in an unbeatable location with all kinds of services around it, with excellent connections by public transport (bus lines and metro stations) and private.

    The premises have a total area of 30 m2 on the street floor. The space is distributed in a toilet, two rooms, warehouse and office with kitchen. It has air conditioning.

    A deposit of €15,000 is requested, in the current month.

    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • Facade lineal meters
    • On the street
    • Air Conditioning
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Metro station
  • Calle Carranza, 23 Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for rent

    Retail for rent at Calle Carranza, 23, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with motorcycle, building, window, tire, wheel, facade, font, door, city and vehicle around 1 month ago
    140 m2
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    Floor Ground
    4,000 €/mo
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    28.57 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Distributed in two heights
    • Excellent technical qualities
    • Good public transport communication

    Commercial space for rent with a total area of 140 m2, distributed as follows: street floor of 70 m2 and basement floor of 70 m2. The place has a façade of 21 meters facing Carranza street 6 meters, Monteleón 9 meters and a chamfer of 6 meters.

    The place has a square ceramic smoke outlet through an interior patio.

    By public transport, it is well connected, thanks to several urban bus lines and several metro stations in its vicinity.

    • Toilets
    • Facade lineal meters
    • Showcase
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Natural lighting
    • Fire detection system
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
  • Calle Mesón de Paredes, 35 Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Mesón de Paredes, 35, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with door, pants, person, top, luggage & bags, building, window, fixture, street fashion and neighbourhood around
    2 months ago
    75 m2
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    Floor Ground
    1,200 €/mo
    |
    16 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Consolidated residential area
    • Business in operation
    • Luminous space

    Commercial premises for rent in the street Meson de Paredes, located within a residential and commercial environment consolidated with pedestrian and road traffic. It has good communications, proximity to public transport and all kinds of services.

    It has a surface area of 75 m2 on the street floor. It is in a good state of conservation, conditioned as a trade in fashion accessories (in operation today).

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • High ceilings
    • On the street
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Calle Toledo, 80 Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for rent

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    Retail for sale & for rent at Calle Toledo, 80, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with person, building, car, window, infrastructure, architecture, travel, sidewalk, neighbourhood and road around
    2 months ago
    73 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,700 €/mo
    |
    36.99 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Distributed on two floors
    • High visibility
    • Fashionable area of the capital

    Commercial premises located on Calle Toledo, 80 with a total area of 73 m2. The premises are distributed in 33 m2 on the ground floor and 40 m2 on the basement.

    It has great visibility as it has a large façade in chamfer very characteristic.

    In December a refurbishment work of 100,000 euros was carried out.

    The venue is located in the neighborhood of La Latina, one of the fashionable areas in the capital for leisure activities.

    It is located a few meters from the Plaza de la Cebada and the marke

    • Security locks
    • Floorboards
    • Facade lineal meters
    • Corner located
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Metro station
  • Calle Cava de San Miguel, 6 Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Cava de San Miguel, 6, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with chair, door, building, plant, architecture, facade, flowerpot, window, city and fixture around
    2 months ago
    262 m2
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    Floor Ground
    8,000 €/mo
    |
    30.53 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Great location
    • Local in good condition
    • Ideal for hotel activities

    Commercial premises with a total area of 262 m2, divided ground floor of 92 m2 and basement floor of 170 m2, located in Calle Cava de San Miguel with bar-restaurant license.

    It has a façade of 9 meters with entrance at street level. The property has a capacity of 96 people with a terrace of three tables (requested 2 more tables).

    It is located in the center of the city, one of the most fashionable areas in the capital for leisure/restore/commercial activities.

    It is located a few meters from Ca

    • Smoke extractor
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • Alarm
    • At several heights
    • Hot/cold air conditioning
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Malasaña-Universidad Centro Madrid 28015 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Malasaña-Universidad, Centro, Madrid, 28015 with window, fixture, wood, building, facade, house, glass, metropolitan area, city and brick around
    2 months ago
    523 m2
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    Floor Ground
    8,500 €/mo
    |
    16.25 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Large premises in a busy area
    • Investment opportunity
    • Last activity: bank branch

    Commercial space in Madrid, Malasaña area.

    Magnificent commercial space at street level, many possibilities, to reform.

    Cadastral area: 523 m2 with municipalities (404 m2 + 119 m2).

    Registration area: 403.59 m2.

    Currently, the surface is distributed on the ground floor, mezzanine and basement.

    Distribution:

    - Ground floor of about 139.84 m2 with entrance at street level and shop window.

    - Basement of 159.15 m2 + 29.60 m2.

    - Outdoor mezzanine of 75 m2 divided into two parts, one of which is co

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • Earthenware
    • On the street
    • Mezzanine
    • At several heights
    • Showcase
    • Parking
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Mira el Sol, 12 Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for rent

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    Retail for sale & for rent at Calle Mira el Sol, 12, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with building, window, door, road surface, house, brick, street light, sidewalk, facade and road around
    2 months ago
    121 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    2,000 €/mo
    |
    16.53 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Visible and bright
    • Multiple possibilities
    • Central location

    Commercial space at street level, located around the corner.

    It has a large façade with large windows, 2 entrances (one from the street and the other from the portal), a toilet, metal security locks and a cement floor.

    It is located in a central location, in the Embajadores neighborhood of the Centro district, which provides good communications and many possibilities.

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Corner located
    • On the street
    • Natural lighting
    • Public Transportation
  • Travesía San Mateo, 8 Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Travesía San Mateo, 8, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with wheel, car, door, building, vehicle, tire, white, automotive lighting, hood and window around
    2 months ago
    90 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,200 €/mo
    |
    24.44 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Ideal as an event showroom
    • Well equipped and bright
    • Location in a busy area of the Malasaña neighborhood

    Available for rent fantastic commercial space of 90 m2 located in the heart of the Malasaña neighborhood.

    Excellent location in a commercial section of the Justicia neighborhood surrounded by numerous entertainment and hospitality establishments and with excellent traffic of people.

    The space is perfectly conditioned and renovated as a showroom. It has a rectangular layout and consists of an office/kitchen with sink and fridge and a bathroom located in the back. It is equipped with a large locka

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Renovated
  • Calle Maestro Victoria, 8 Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Maestro Victoria, 8 , Centro, Madrid, 28013 with window, building, door, wood, fixture, road surface, brickwork, brick, font and house around
    2 months ago
    609 m2
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    Floor Ground
    35,000 €/mo
    |
    57.51 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • A few meters from Calle Preciados
    • Possibility of smoke output
    • Ideal for hospitality businesses

    Commercial premises with unbeatable location between Calle Preciados, Callao and Plaza de Callao.

    The space has the possibility of installing smoke outlet and authorization of the owner to implement any hostal business. It is distributed in various heights as follows: street floor of 270 m2, basement floor 1 of 151.40 m2 and basement 2 of 187.20 m2.

    The venue is located in an area of high commercial level and an exceptional pedestrian traffic. Around it there are brands and firms such as Adidas

    • Smoke extractor
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • At several heights
    • Lifts
    • Commissionaire service
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Hortaleza, 15 Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Hortaleza, 15, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with wheel, car, building, tire, vehicle registration plate, window, vehicle, infrastructure, motor vehicle and automotive lighting around
    2 months ago
    180 m2
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    Floor Ground
    8,500 €/mo
    |
    47.22 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Great location
    • Renovated premises
    • Very versatile space

    Commercial premises for rent in one of the best streets of the Chueca neighborhood, the local has 12 linear meters of facade, two magnificent shop windows in Parisian shop mode, with a high ceiling height.

    The place is completely renovated ideal for setting up any type of business due to its magnificent location, very close to Gran Vía, in one of the most important arteries in Madrid.

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Integral lighting
    • Warehouse
    • High ceilings
    • Showcase
    • Elevator
    • Commissionaire service
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Calle Oriente Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Oriente, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with light fixture, lighting, door, property, fixture, interior design, wood, hall, floor and wall around
    2 months ago
    118 m2
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    Floor Ground
    1,500 €/mo
    |
    12.71 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Distributed on two floors
    • Lots of natural light inside
    • Good communication by public transport

    Commercial space with a total area of 118 m2, distributed over two floors.

    The place has no smoke outlet, but it has many possibilities for harmless activities.

    The floor below is very similar in terms of surface area and layout.

    Thanks to its two windows, it has a lot of natural light inside.

    It is well connected by public transport, thanks to several urban bus lines and metro stations.

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • Facade lineal meters
    • On the street
    • At several heights
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Metro station
  • Calle Juan de Herrera Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Juan de Herrera, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with window, door, motorcycle, house, building, property, plant, tire, wheel and vehicle around
    2 months ago
    124 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,100 €/mo
    |
    16.94 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Location in the heart of the capital
    • Ideal for store, showroom, studio or office
    • Access outside and through the farm portal

    Loft-style loft/office rental located in the heart of Madrid de los Austrias.

    Location in front of the church of San Nicolás and a few meters from Calle Mayor and the Cathedral of La Real Almudena. It is an area with multiple services around it, a wide range of leisure and hospitality venues and a great cultural offer.

    The space is located on the ground floor of a building that was completely renovated and rehabilitated in 2002. It has an area of 108 m2 plus a loft. It is distributed in a diaph

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • On the street
    • Heating
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Argumosa, 14 Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Argumosa, 14, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with building, door, tree, neighbourhood, sidewalk, font, facade, window, city and house around
    2 months ago
    70 m2
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    Floor Ground
    Price upon request
    Retail unit for rent
    • Very versatile premises
    • Fashion Shop License
    • Possibility of smoke output

    Commercial premises of 70 m2 on one floor and with direct access to street Argumosa, 14, in the neighborhood of Embajadores, in the district of Centro.

    It is located diaphanous, with the exception of a bathroom and a small storage room. It has previously worked as a fashion boutique, but is versatile enough for almost any type of business activity.

    It has a large showcase, which makes it a bright place, with high ceilings, and parquet floors. It also has air conditioning, heating and the possibi

    • Security locks
    • Bathrooms
    • Warehouse
    • High ceilings
    • Parquet
    • Facade lineal meters
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • Operating license
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Zona Ópera Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Zona Ópera, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with table, lighting, furniture, property, decoration, interior design, building, chair, floor and pink around
    2 months ago
    428 m2
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    Floor Ground
    5,000 €/mo
    |
    11.68 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Transfer: 90,000€
    • License as a cocktail bar
    • A few meters from Plaza de la Villa and Calle Mayor

    Available emblematic commercial space located a few meters from Calle Mayor and the most important historical monuments of Madrid.

    Central and touristic environment ideal for any commercial activity.

    The space has a total area of 428 m2, on two floors with 4 rooms.

    The place is soundproofed and has a kitchen equipped with smoke outlet, two bars, air conditioning system, warehouses and wardrobe, two bathrooms and several rooms. Transfer: 90,000€.

    Capacity of 96 people.

    • Smoke extractor
    • Warehouse
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • Bar
    • Stairs
    • At several heights
    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • Operating license
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Zona Plaza Mayor Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Zona Plaza Mayor, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with chair, property, picture frame, wood, interior design, architecture, drinking establishment, shelf, barware and building around
    2 months ago
    150 m2
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    Floor Ground
    6,000 €/mo
    |
    40 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Renovated premises with the possibility of a terrace
    • Very busy and touristy area
    • Transfer: 270,000 euros

    Cocktail bar is available in a privileged location, located in the tourist center of Madrid.

    It is a space that has 150 m2 distributed over two floors with the possibility of an annual terrace for 9 tables, with awnings, gas heaters and capacity for 22 people. It has a fully equipped kitchen with smoke outlet. Two months' deposit plus €10,000 deposit, advisory fees and monthly rent are requested.

    • Smoke extractor
    • Toilets
    • At several heights
    • Business for sale
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
    • Renovated
  • Calle Libertad Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Libertad, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with property, interior design, hall, wood, flooring, floor, real estate, building, ceiling and hardwood around
    2 months ago
    300 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    4,000 €/mo
    |
    13.33 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Very close to the Plaza de Chueca and the San Antón market
    • Wide facade of 8 linear meters with two large shop windows
    • Currently empty and to reform according to the needs of the new tenant

    Excellent commercial space of 270 m2 located in the Chueca neighborhood.

    Fantastic central location, very close to the San Antón market, Plaza de Chueca and Plaza Pedro Zerolo. Commercial and busy environment ideal for commercial activity.

    The space is distributed on a street floor of 230 m2 and a basement of 40 m2. It has previously been used as a gym, but it is currently empty and is being renovated according to the needs of the new tenant. It has a large façade of 8 linear meters with two lar

    • Toilets
    • On the street
    • At several heights
    • Showcase
    • Heating
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Moratín Centro Madrid 28014 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Moratín, Centro, Madrid, 28014 with door, furniture, plant, interior design, houseplant, house, wall, floor, flooring and building around
    2 months ago
    117 m2
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    Floor Ground
    1,150 €/mo
    |
    9.83 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Hospitality business with transfer of 155,000€
    • Next to Huertas street in a busy area
    • Good public transport communications

    Spectacular commercial space located in the heart of Huertas, in a fully consolidated and touristic area, with very high pedestrian traffic.

    The property has a total built area of 117 m2, with one floor and three rooms, two toilets or individual bathrooms and a warehouse. It has a special bar license with services from 13:00 to 3:00. Legal capacity of 92 people, allowed decibels of 87.

    The place is completely soundproofed and the bar is equipped with ice machines, dishwashers, refrigerators and

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Bar
    • On the street
    • Air Conditioning
    • Business for sale
    • Elevator
    • Natural lighting
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
    • Bus stop
  • Malasaña - Universidad Centro Madrid 28015 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Malasaña - Universidad, Centro, Madrid, 28015 with kitchen, kitchen appliance, floor, gas, flooring, automotive design, machine, major appliance, engineering and building around
    2 months ago
    90 m2
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    Floor Ground
    3,000 €/mo
    |
    33.33 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Transfer 100,000€
    • Ready to continue with the activity
    • Separate dining room and terrace for 6 tables

    Bar/restaurant for transfer in the heart of the Moncloa/Argüelles neighborhood.

    This is a 90 m2 space with a bar-restaurant license and a terrace for 6 tables.

    It is distributed over two floors: on the street floor there is the bar area, a table area and a second separate dining room. The fully equipped kitchen, about 18 m2, is located at the back of the premises.

    On the ground floor are the toilets and the warehouse. Excellent location, ready to continue with the activity. Area with a large p

    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • Bar
    • On the street
    • Terrace
    • Business for sale
    • Operating license
    • Heating
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Zona Malasaña Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Zona Malasaña, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with sunglasses, houseplant, plant, furniture, wood, interior design, flowerpot, flooring, floor and tile flooring around
    2 months ago
    68 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,800 €/mo
    |
    41.18 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Optics in transfer
    • Transfer for 100,000€
    • Good communications

    Business with a healthy-optical license for transfer in the Malasaña neighborhood. Located in a central area of Madrid, a residential area with high traffic and very good communications.

    The premises have a constructed area of 68 m2 and about 57 m2 useful. The entire surface at street level.

    The space has a window, natural light, a shop area, a loft with the use of a 4 m2 warehouse and a patio for private use and enjoy the 5 m2 premises.

    It is an independent optician that has had a client base

    • Integral lighting
    • Warehouse
    • Ceramic
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Business for sale
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Court yard
    • Metro station
  • Zona Lavapiés - Embajadores Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Zona Lavapiés - Embajadores, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with cabinetry, table, countertop, box, property, interior design, flooring, floor, line and wall around
    2 months ago
    100 m2
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    Floor Ground
    1,200 €/mo
    |
    12 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Very central location
    • Multiple possibilities
    • Good communications

    Magnificent place in the heart of the center of Madrid, a few meters from the Puerta de Toledo, La Latina and the Plaza Mayor.

    It is divided into an entry/reception area, an environment, an office and a bathroom.

    It has individual natural gas heating and air conditioning.

    The farm has been rehabilitated and the premises have been renovated.

    It offers multiple possibilities: suitable for coworking, massage room or office for any activity.

    • Toilets
    • Earthenware
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot/cold air conditioning
    • Climate control
    • Heating
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Jardines, 6 Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Jardines, 6, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with door, window, building, fixture, wood, neighbourhood, house, facade, symmetry and city around
    2 months ago
    80 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,000 €/mo
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    25 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Multipurpose space
    • Different options to implement
    • Very central area

    Local for rent in the Gran Vía area, in Madrid.

    The premises have a total area of 80 m2 and is open plan inside. It has a toilet and a private, interior patio. The premises are accessed from the portal and also from the street but through a community access to the building.

    Highlight its location in a very central area with abundant public traffic.

    • Toilets
    • On the street
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Court yard
  • Calle Antonio Grilo Centro Madrid 28015 Retail for rent

    Retail for rent at Calle Antonio Grilo, Centro, Madrid, 28015 with car, building, sky, window, urban design, neighbourhood, residential area, house, automotive lighting and condominium around 2 months ago
    130 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,600 €/mo
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    20 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • Central location
    • Versatile space
    • Good communications

    Centrally located with a minimalist and modern design, ideal for multiple businesses. Its location is ideal just a three-minute walk from Gran Vía and one minute from the Plaza de los Mostenses. The environment is residential equipped with all kinds of services and excellent communications. This place consists of 130 m2, distributed over 116 m2 of ground floor, 14 m2 of basement. To access the property, you enter through a modern glass door that projects light onto the property, then we find a c

    • Toilets
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Sacramento, 12 Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for rent

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    Retail for rent at Calle Sacramento, 12, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with window blind, window, fixture, brickwork, brick, wood, font, facade, real estate and building around
    2 months ago
    108 m2
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    Floor Ground
    1,600 €/mo
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    14.81 €/m2/mo
    Retail unit for rent
    • To be renovated and with the possibility of lack
    • Hospitality businesses or souvenir shops will not be accepted
    • Excellent location next to the Almudena Cathedral

    108 m2 premises to be renovated located in the heart of the Palacio neighborhood, Centro district.

    Location a few meters from Calle Mayor, in front of the Cathedral Church of the Armed Forces and next to the Almudena Cathedral.

    The place is located at street level and has three windows. It is distributed in two main rooms, a bathroom and more rooms used as a warehouse. The property considers the possibility of several months of grace period to reform it according to the required needs. It is vi

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Bus stop
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Centro

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Centro

Prices and m2 available of retail for rent in Centro

Euros/m2MinAvg.Maxavailable m2
Centro5.1431.86280.0030,838
City of Madrid2.7518.46280.00226,437
Salamanca6.4428.27126.6719,785
Chamberí5.8422.15120.0019,368
Moncloa - Aravaca8.0020.19104.837,233
Retiro8.4318.5172.637,274
Chamartín2.7517.43100.0018,121
Hortaleza8.6616.5444.007,302
Arganzuela5.2116.0676.6712,562
Tetuán3.7715.7260.0016,876
Fuencarral - El Pardo3.7514.5630.0010,902
Barajas10.0013.9028.572,050
San Blas - Canillejas7.1112.9136.467,179
La Latina4.0012.6654.294,799
Ciudad Lineal3.5012.5664.0019,078
Moratalaz6.6112.4833.331,830
Vicálvaro4.7411.4833.335,881
Villa de Vallecas5.3211.0733.334,393
Usera4.1310.2628.334,750
Puente de Vallecas4.449.7734.004,613
Carabanchel4.449.3866.6716,412
Villaverde4.677.3721.315,188

Featured areas for business premises rental and sales in Centro

In addition to being a tourist attraction, the Central District is also one of the main shopping centres, with the Preciados - Sol - Gran Via axis as the main area. It has an array of shops, leisure facilities and restaurants at different points around the district, some of which are available for rent or sale.

The most relevant streets are Calle Carmen, Calle Preciados, Calle Mayor and Calle Arenal, which are mostly pedestrianised and home to retail stores of all kinds. Some of the most noteworthy stores are: La Central, El Corte Inglés, Apple Store and La Mallorquina, just to name some. In the streets near Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace there are some shops dating back over a hundred years, selling religious items, coins, stamps, etc. La Botica de la Reina Madre, Librería San Ginés and El Corte Militar, are just some of them.

The emblematic Calle Gran Vía is also home to many retail stores, including Loewe, Primark, Adidas, New Balance, Real Madrid Official Store, Atlético de Madrid Store, Lacoste…

In the Chueca - Fuencarral - Malasaña - Conde Duque area there are many shoe shops, clothes stores,boutiquesby new designers and a wide range of bars and restaurants in the most notable streets, namely: Calle Augusto Figueroa, Calle Hortaleza, Calle Fuencarral, Conde Duque and some streets in Malasaña. Some of the more well-known stores in the area are: Muji, Calvin Klein, Puma, Dolores Promesas, Desigual y Decathlon, Sportivo, Duke, Juguetrónica, etc.

In Las Salesas there are also a number of small fashion, footwear and accessories retail stores. Ailanto, Maggie Shop, Despacio Concept Store, Gion, Lumas, Cacto Cacto, Sagon, and others have established in this area.

In Barrio de Las Letras the main shopping streets are Calle Atocha, Calle Huertas and Calle Cervantes. Some of the shops in this area are Pardo Family, Real Fábrica Española, Andrés Gallardo, Tununtunumba…

In Lavapiés - Embajadores - Rastro there are several specialist and traditional retailers, antique shops, electronics, etc. Moreover, because of the mixed cultures in this area, there are stores that sell imported products. Lou & Hernández, Bajo el Volcán, El 8, La Tapicera, El Transformista and La Recova, are just some of the shops in this area.

Demographic, economic and property data in Centro

Nº inhabitants by age range in Centro
# InhabitantsTotal< 1616-64> 64
Men69,1305,63653,9729,522
Women68,2565,45648,41914,381
Total137,38611,092102,39123,903
Population density26,354.502,127.7619,641.474,585.27
Average age of inhabitants in Centro
Age (Avg.)Years
Total44.10
Men42.49
Women45.73
Nº inhabitants by education level in Centro
# InhabitantsTotal
Higher55,110
Secondary49,880
Primary11,595
No studies5,125
Illiterate825

Source: INE, Banco de datos de la CCAA de Madrid, Banco de datos del ayuntamiento de Madrid

Transport in Centro

Centro's commercial properties get benefited of the following transport means: Bus, underground, commuter train. It also counts with several nodes of transport that motivate the commercial activity, making of Centro an atractive area for offices, retail, indutrial properties and ground.

Means of transport in Centro
MeansNº of stops or stations
Underground17
City bus77
Interurban bus10
Suburban train2
Taxi26
Bike61
Nodes of transport1

Source: INE, Banco de datos de la CCAA de Madrid, Banco de datos del ayuntamiento de Madrid

Points of interest in Centro

Commercial areas in Centro
Most relevant commercial areasTypeAddress
Mercado Municipal de San Fernando - EmbajadoresFood marketCalle Embajadores, 41
C.C. La Galería del PradoShopping CentrePlaza de Las Cortes, 7
Gran Almacén El Corte Inglés (Princesa)Shopping CentrePrincesa, 56
C.C. FuencarralShopping CentreCalle Fuencarral, 45
Gran Almacén El Corte Inglés (Preciados)Shopping CentrePreciados 1-3
Mercado Municipal de BarcelóFood marketCalle Barceló, 6
Mercado Municipal de Antón MartínFood marketCalle Santa Isabel, 5
Mercado Municipal de Las FloresFood marketPlaza Tirso de Molina, s/n
C.C. Puerta de ToledoShopping CentreRonda de Toledo, 1
Mercado Municipal de San AntónFood marketCalle Augusto Figueroa, 24
Mercado Municipal de La CebadaFood marketPlaza de la Cebada, s/n
Mercado Los MostensesFood marketPlaza de los Mostenses, 1
C.C. Arenal 9Shopping CentreCalle Arenal, 9
Mercado Municipal de San MiguelFood marketPlaza de San Miguel, s/n

Source: INE, Banco de datos de la CCAA de Madrid, Banco de datos del ayuntamiento de Madrid

Quality of life in Centro

Air quality in Centro
Air qualityNumber of hours per year%
Very good197622.56 %
Good613169.99 %
Ordinary4595.24 %
Bad320.37 %
Very bad00.00 %
Toxic00.00 %

Source: Ministerio para la Transición Ecológica

History and tradition in the heart of Madrid

  • Palacio
  • Embajadores
  • Cortes
  • Justicia
  • Universidad
  • Sol

The historical, tourist area par excellence. The Centro District is one of the areas that cannot be missed in this city. Tradition in the streets and shops, it is the oldest part of Madrid and its main nucleus.

The district covers an area of 523.73 hectares and is divided into 6 quarters: Palacio, Embajadores, Cortes, Justicia, Universidad and Sol. It is delimited by the first ring-road, Called the M-10, which features the following boulevards and thoroughfares: Ronda de Segovia, Ronda de Toledo, Ronda de Valencia and Ronda de Atocha.

Visiting the Royal Palace, the Almudena Cathedral, strolling around Plaza Mayor or just losing yourself in the fashionable quarters are just some of the things to do in Madrid city centre.

History and tradition in the heart of Madrid

Discover the Centro district

Almudena Cathedral
Almudena Cathedral
Museum of History of Madrid
Museum of History of Madrid
Royal Palace
Royal Palace
Plaza de Santa Ana
Plaza de Santa Ana
Calle Fuencarral
Calle Fuencarral
Royal Theatre
Royal Theatre

Information about Centro District

The History of the Centro District

The first settlements in this area date back to the Muslim era, in the 9th century when Muhammad I, Emir of Córdoba, built the first fort to police the possible transit of Christians on their way to Toledo. This fort was located next to the River Manzanares, and there are still some remains of it left today. It described a perimeter enclosing around 4 hectares in the area of Cuesta de la Vega, next to the Royal Palace. The settlement grew around the fortress to give rise to Madrid “Magerit” from the Arabic meaning “land rich in water”.

The city fell into Christian hands in 1083, and in 1123 it became a Villa. Felipe II established the Royal Court in Madrid in 1561, when construction began of some of the buildings and monuments comprising the so-Called “Madrid de los Austrias”. Buildings and areas such as Plaza Mayor, the City Hall and the Prison were built during that period.

During the “Age of Enlightenment” the city prospered and expanded, although many of the monuments continued to be built in this central area, such as the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain.

The Borbons, particularly Carlos II, wanted to make Madrid a Villa in line with the best in Europe, and therefore invested heavily in infrastructure, drainage and public buildings.

In the 19th and 20th centuries, Isabel II built the Congress of the Deputies building near Puerta del Sol, and in 1909 officially opened the Palace of Communications (aka Cibeles Palace).

Historical characters from the Centro District

Many novelists from the Spanish Golden Age decided to settle in this area, such as Miguel de Cervantes, Lope de Vega, Francisco de Quevedo and Luis de Góngora.

Their preference for this area was because of the many theatres in the Huertas and Plaza de Santa Ana area, namely: Cruz Theatre and Theatre of the Prince, previously known as Corral del Príncipe and currently known as Teatro Español. Furthermore, in Calle del León (where Cervantes lived) the Representatives or Comedians Talking Shop was located, where actors, actresses, poets, playwrights, representatives and other celebrities met up on a daily basis to comprise one of the most significant discussion groups of the time, where gossip and news was told and heard which later became the subject of plays and comedies in the nearby theatres.

On the other hand, near Plaza de Santa Ana, on the edge of Barrio de las Letras, is the well-lnown Callejón de Gato, where the distorting mirrors were found that Valle-Inclán used to describe the grotesqueness of Spain in his book “Luces de Bohemia” [Bohemian Lights].

Other celebrities who also lived in this district were: Eloy Gonzalo, Jacinto Benavente, Giuseppe Verdi, who lived in Plaza de Oriente and Calderón de la Barca, who lived in Calle Mayor.

Culture in the Centro District
  • Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
  • Reina Sofia Museum
  • Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando Museum
  • Descalzas Reales Monastery
  • Encarnación Royal Monastery
  • Municipal Museum
  • Lope de Vega House Museum
  • Madrid Athenaeum
  • CaixaForum Madrid
Restaurants in the Centro District

There are several areas in the city where many establishments can be found for full meals or tapas. The following are just some of the bars and restaurants in Madrid city centre: Malacatín, Los Galayos, Casa Botín, Lhardy, Casa Labra, Gourmet Experience (in El Corte Inglés de Callao), La Rotonda ( in the Westin Palace Hotel), Al Mounia, Estado Puro, Palacio de Cibeles, Cien Llaves, Alabaster, Comala, La Carmencita, Yakitoro, Kuoco 360 Food, Gioia, Morgana, la Barra de Atún, Taberna Ángel Sierra, La Nieta, La Ardosa, Casa Julio, Casa Camacho, Clarita, La Pescadería, Bar Galleta…

There are also several food markets: Barceló Market, San Antón Market, San Fernando Market, La Cebada Market, Antón Martín Market, Los Mostenses Market, Mercado de San Miguel Market and San Ildefonso Market.